A thrilling victory of Vote early at the 147th Preakness Stakes (G1) at Pimlico racetrack sent optimistic potential buyers to the Timonium Fair in Maryland. This year, the 2-year-old Fasig-Tipton Midlantics in Semi-Training will see 635 cataloged cubs enter the ring during its two-day sale, May 23-24.
“We are very excited about the quality of horses we offer at Timonium this year,” said Fasig-Tipton President and CEO, Boyd Browning Jr. said. “Our underground shows went on last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday without a hitch. The track was in great shape, very consistent from start to finish. It was a pleasure to watch. see some work fast to the last day, which we hope — gives shippers a consistent approach and gives everyone a solid chance.”
One Bernardini Colt signed as Hip 385 from Sequel Bloodstock, representing Chester and Mary Broman, hit the show’s fastest eight-mile run under tack at: 9 4/5, followed by a group of minors reaching : 10 equals.
Excited 385 by his eighth breeze at: 9 4/5 in the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic sale
John Gleason said: “It feels great to be part of the sale. The team here did a great job, and it’s been fair throughout the shows. We’ve got some nice horses here. ; they work well and are good vets” Woodford purebred. “We’ve been busy ever since.”
Coastal Equine’s Jesse Hoppel said: “It seemed like a lot of people were at the show and we were busy getting the horses out and trying to show them. We didn’t have enough assistance or runways, which was a problem. That’s good.” afternoon.
Two fillings traverse a quarter of a mile at: 21/5, Hip 202 equals Collected from drafts of Coastal Equine and Hip 470’s Violence from All Dreams Equine.
Hoppel continued: “We’ve had a great year; it’s been a vibrant market. With the end of April, record sale, we expect another big sale here. Collection of me, Hip 202, is cool and I have Moon Malibu colt, Hip 143, is probably on a different level from most people. Those two are pretty special. “
“This year we have the best quality of horses we’ve ever had here at the Maryland sale. With 635 horses included in the catalog, the strength of the stallion and the pedigree is solid,” Browning said. are the best we have.One of the more exciting, more appealing things about this sale is the variety of horses on offer.We have a strong representation of stallions. the top in the USA and the regional bulls crossbreeding there is something for everyone and that is one of the strengths of this sale and attraction of a large number of buyers, which creates high power levels for all services.”
Boyd Browning Jr.
During the 2021 Midlantic Sale, 426 horses passed through the stall resulting in 357 horses sold for a total of $33,692,000, $94,375 average and $50,000 average. There were 69 horses that failed to meet their reserve with an RNA ratio of 16.2%.
Longtime top shipper de Meric Sales was the top seller for 2021, with 18 of the 20 horses offered for a change of hands for a total of $2,854,000. Lane’s End Bloodstock, the dealer, purchased the first three for a final sale of $1,855,000, becoming a top buyer two days later.
The teen market has been on an uptrend in 2022, with an average price tag of $62,000, a 55% increase from the previous year’s average total sales of $40,000. While recent events around the world have seen the US stock market suffer, there has not been much impact from the Thoroughbred market.
“I’m optimistic with the results from the previous sale, but the stock market has been plunging lately, and with inflation as high as it is right now, you’re always going to be worried about when the bubble will burst,” he said. know Clovis Crane of Crane Thoroughbred Services. “For now, all the signs point to good things, so hopefully, it stays that way.”
Midlantic sales have increased in total and average value since the 2008 market downturn rebounded. In 2019, sales saw an outstanding year, with total sales of $29,374,000. The 2021 release eclipsed this number, with final sales of $33,692,000 and a record-breaking $50,000 average.
“The market has been very good, especially here,” said trainer and shipper Kevin McKathan of McKathan Brothers. “This whole year, everybody wants horses. It’s become a frenzy here; people are running out of opportunities. That’s been the way it’s been for the past few years and I don’t see that changing. i’m bringing in better products and better horses every year. This used to be more of a regional sale for your New York or Maryland crosses, another stop on the show, but now we’re buying horses for this sale. I’ve always been excited about this sale. Fasig -Tipton did a great job; they’re the best,”
On the first day of sale, Hips 1-320 will go through the ring, followed by Hips 321-635 on Tuesday. The action begins on both days at 11:00 a.m. ET. Currently, 103 horses have been recalled for sale.
